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NASDAQ: IIIV i3 Verticals, Inc. 8-K

i3 Verticals authorizes new up to $100M buyback after exhausting prior program in 3 months

Filed May 12, 2026 · Period ending May 12, 2026 · ~1 min read

3 key changes 2 high relevance 1 section

Key Changes

  • high

    Board approved fresh up to $100 million share repurchase program effective through May 2027, replacing the prior authorization that was fully spent in just three months since February 2026.

  • high

    Rapid completion of the previous up to $100M buyback suggests strong cash generation and management's confidence that shares are undervalued at current prices.

  • medium

    Program is discretionary and can be modified or suspended at any time; company may use open market purchases, private transactions, or pre-arranged trading plans.

Summary

i3 Verticals announced a new up to $100 million share repurchase authorization after fully exhausting its previous buyback program in just three months. The company's Board approved the prior up to $100 million program in February 2026, and by May it had been completely spent, prompting this replacement authorization.

The rapid deployment of capital for buybacks signals management's view that shares are attractively priced and demonstrates the company's ability to generate significant cash flow. For retail investors, this is a positive signal about both the company's financial health and management's capital allocation priorities.

Share buybacks reduce the number of outstanding shares, potentially increasing earnings per share and returning value to remaining shareholders. The one-year program runs through May 2027, though management retains full discretion to adjust timing and amount based on business needs and market conditions. Watch for quarterly disclosures about actual repurchase activity and pace. If the company again exhausts this authorization quickly, it would reinforce the strength of cash generation. Conversely, if buybacks slow or stop, it may signal changing business conditions or alternative uses for capital.

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Event · Item 8.01 — Other Events

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Item 8.01 — Other Events filed; see Key Changes for terms.

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Added Share repurchase program high

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On May 12, 2026, the Company’s Board of Directors approved a new share repurchase program for the Company’s Class A common stock, under which the Company may repurchase up to $100 million of outstanding shares of Class A common stock (exclusive of fees, commissions or other expenses related to such repurchases).

The Board authorized a new $100 million share buyback program for Class A common stock. This authorization is separate from and excludes transaction fees and commissions. The program allows the company to return capital to shareholders by purchasing its own shares.

Added Prior program completion high

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This new share purchase program replaces the Company’s prior share repurchase program adopted on February 5, 2026, under which the maximum dollar amount under the authorization has been expended.

The company fully utilized its previous $100 million buyback program that was approved just three months earlier in February 2026. The rapid completion suggests strong cash generation and management's confidence in the stock's value.

Added Program duration and flexibility medium

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This share repurchase program will terminate on the earlier of May 11, 2027, or when the maximum dollar amount under the authorization has been expended.

The new buyback program has a one-year term ending May 11, 2027, or whenever the $100 million is fully spent, whichever comes first. This gives management flexibility to execute the program at their discretion based on market conditions.

Added Program discretion and constraints medium

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This share repurchase program does not require the Company to acquire any particular amount of shares of Class A common stock, and may be extended, modified, suspended or discontinued at any time at the Company’s discretion.

The authorization is discretionary, not mandatory. Management can adjust or halt the program at any time based on business needs, market conditions, or compliance with their credit facility covenants. There is no guarantee any specific amount will be repurchased.

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Added Repurchase execution methods low

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Pursuant to this authorization, repurchases may be made from time to time in the open market, through privately negotiated transactions, or otherwise, including under Rule 10b5-1 plans.

The company can buy back shares through multiple channels including open market purchases, private deals, or pre-arranged trading plans under Rule 10b5-1. This flexibility allows management to optimize timing and pricing of repurchases.

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